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If You Have a Swimming Pool, You Need a Raypak Millivolt
Swimming pools are wonderful places to spend your time when you want to take a break. But it is hard to enjoy the pool when you are starting to feel the chill of winter in the air. Even a chilly evening during Summer can make you feel uncomfortable.
Preparing For The Challenges And Rewards Of A Pool Remodel
Making the leap to remodel your pool is a large undertaking. If you've clearly communicated your vision to your pool builder, the finished project will leave you with a pool with which you can be proud and one that will bring you many years of enjoyment.
How to Refinish a Concrete Cap Around Your Swimming Pool
The concrete cap around your pool is abused by wet feet and chlorinated water, not to mention getting a beating from the sun. After a year or two, it might start looking worn. You can choose to stain or paint this concrete cap, depending on the style of your yard and pool. Or simply coat it with a
Ways to Weigh Down a Pool Ladder
Many in-ground and aboveground pools utilize removable ladders or steps to provide access to the water. Ladders make covering your pool for the winter extremely easy, since they can simply be removed and placed in storage. Because ladders are made of lightweight material such as plastic, acrylic or
Above Ground Pools - What You Need to Know
A swimming pool in summer, in your own garden or yard is an untold boon! However, not many of us can afford one or so we think. All we know is that to build a pool will cost an enormous amount of money and with the kids in school and endless things to buy and do around the house it has to remain a d
How to Landscape Goldfish Ponds
Goldfish ponds add colorful fish and soothing water sounds to your yard. Landscape elements like waterfalls and plants add interest and activity to a pond as well as maintaining its health by adding oxygen to the water and preventing algae and bacterial growth by keeping water circulating. Plants
In-Ground Swimming Pool Liner Installation Instructions
In-ground pool liners protect the underlying pool surface from the water contained in the pool. Liners are constructed of a plastic-vinyl material that is flexible, but durable enough to resist normal pool use. Installing a new in-ground pool liner involves positioning the liner correctly in the poo
Are You Sure You Want A Pool In Your Home?
You know how things have their ups and down side to them? It is true. Every single thing in the world has a yin and a yang. Nothing has a good side without having a bad side. Oh well, that is just how life is - a balance of both benefits and consequences. And no one can escape it.
How to Install 2-Tiered Pond Pumps
People find solace in the sound of falling water splashing off rocks and trickling into ponds small or large. Falling water's calming effect may be due to our instinctive awareness that water is crucial to life and that we don't have to seek out water when we can hear it nearby; or it may just be a
How to Clean Chlorine Residue From Hot Tub Steps
Hot tubs are treated with chemicals, much like pools are, to keep them safe and clean. Some owners use chlorine as one of their main chemicals and as people go in and out of the hot tub, some of the chlorinated water splashes onto the steps. Since chlorine can leave behind a slippery residue, clean
Would High Heat Cause Salt to Evaporate From a Saltwater Pool?
Saltwater is a solution of sodium chloride (NaCl) or salt dissolved in water. Salt has a high melting point and does not evaporate readily except at extremely high temperatures. When the water evaporates, the salt is left behind.
Devices to Stop Cranes in Backyard Ponds
Crane (great blue heron)sandhill crane image by Earl Robbins from Fotolia.comBackyard ponds are a place of peace and tranquility. Add fish, and your pond becomes a beautiful, relaxing sanctuary. With that beauty and tranquility comes a possible visit from the pesky crane, also known...
Hot Tub Maintenance Schedule - Keep Your Hot Tub Running Clean And Smooth
This simply maintenance program will help you keep your hot tub in pristine condition. Just a little bit of effort here and there will keep your water sparkling and all the parts working properly.
How Many Hours Per Day Should I Run My Pool Pump?
Regularly running your pool pump keeps the water clear.Swimming-belt in swimming-pool. image by Saskia Massink from Fotolia.comConstant Use Costs MoneyConstantly running your pool pump can add up quickly in electricity costs, especially if you live in a climate that is warm year-round....
Important Signs Your Pool Is in Need of Repair
Owning a pool in the late spring and summer is fantastic for several reasons. You can throw pool parties or go swimming whenever you want to cool off, and who could ask for more? Occasionally, though, time and lack of care can do damage to your summer hangout spot!
The Chemical Confusion: How To Determine Which Algaeide Is Best For Your Swimming Pool
Chemicals are ever so necessary in the daily life of every pool owner. No pool owner and pool can survive without it. Among this pool chemicals is the algaecide. It is highly significant chemicals that keep the pool clean and safe to use. Here is a closer look.
In Ground Winter Pool Covers - How To Choose The One That's Right For Your Pool
In ground winter pool covers can keep your pool water clean over the winter, keep your chemicals from evaporating and save you time and money when it's time to open your pool in the spring. This article will explore some factors you need to consider when choosing your in ground winter pool cove
Information on Garden Ponds
Garden ponds can be a beautiful addition to a backyard or property. There are so many options with a garden pond that one can just keep building and building. With some effort and time you can enjoy aquatic plants, flowers and even animals.